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Corn Tortilla Chips

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"Here's a simple recipe for making corn tortilla chips spiced only with salt. The chips may alternately be prepared by baking the tortilla wedges in a 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 5 minutes, or until crisp." — Kirstin

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Original recipe makes 72 chips Change Servings

1 quart oil for frying
1 (12 ounce) package corn tortillas, cut into 6 wedges each

salt to taste

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Directions

Heat oil in a large, heavy saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
In small batches, fry the corn tortilla wedges until crisp. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels. Salt to taste while warm.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 20 mins
READY IN 30 mins

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Editor's Note
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Sep 04, 2005

I don't have the patience to fry tortillas. I just fire up the double ovens, spray the tortillas with butter flavored Pam (on both sides) and put them in the oven, turning once.

—Butterfly Flutterby

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Mar 08, 2005

This is fine and dandy, I do this all the time. Is this really a recipe or common sense? Kind of like a peanut butter sandwich. I like the idea of spraying them with cooking spray and baking them. I will try that next time. :)

—Ms America

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Mar 05, 2005

These are great--to make them healthier, I sprayed them with butter-flavored cooking spray and baked them at 425 until they started to brown--wonderful crunch!

—GUZ66

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May 10, 2005

I BAKED THESE INSTEAD OF FRYING...LOW FAT AND TASTY

—TINKERBELL926

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May 05, 2006

I put these chips in my deep fryer and they turned out nicely. Not my favorite tortilla chip, but pretty darn good. I used two different corn tortillas... one had been in the fridge for a few days and the other I bought just today. I found that the older tortillas came out better... they were thinner and tasted more like store bought chips. The fresher ones turned out harder than the older ones, although they were the same brand. I prefer the older ones. Just a side note!

—MOLLE888

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Apr 26, 2011

Excellent recipe! I cut the tortillas with a pizza cutter which made it easy and gave the chips a uniform shape. I seasoned them with a mix of salt, cumin and chili powder. I've also baked them instead of frying - sprayed them with Pam and used the same seasonings then baked at 350 for 8 minutes flipped them and baked them for another 7 minutes. These are fabulous served warm with homemade salsa and guacamole!

—Jillian

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Feb 12, 2006

I'm not sure if it is a recipe, but I loved the instructions! As someone who is not SO familiar with cooking, it was nice to check out "All Recipes.com" and find even the most simple of solutions. I baked, rather than fried and they were delicious!! Thank you for sharing.

—Brandy Svensson

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Jan 25, 2004

I sprayed the chips with an oil mister and dusted them with Lawry's spicy seasoned salt. They were tasty, but took MUCH longer than the expected 5 mins. I would guess it took 20 mins. Definitely a good recipe for leftover corn tortillas. We had them with albondigas soup!

—SHAYHASS

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Nutrition

Calories
126 kcal
6%

Carbohydrates
12.5 g
4%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
8.1 g
13%

Fiber
1.8 g
7%

Protein
1.6 g
3%

Sodium
13 mg
< 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Corn Tortilla Chips

Serving Size: 1/12 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 12
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 126
Calories from Fat: 73

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.1g 13 %
Saturated Fat 1.1g 5 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
Sodium 13mg < 1 %
Potassium 52mg 1 %
Total Carbohydrates 12.5g 4 %
Dietary Fiber 1.8g 7 %
Protein 1.6g 3 %
** Sugars 0.2g
Vitamin A < 1 %
Vitamin C 0 %
Calcium 3 %
Iron 3 %
Thiamin 3 %
Niacin 5 %
Vitamin B6 4 %
Magnesium 7 %
Folate < 1 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.